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Rich Mushroom and Walnut Loaf with Red Lentils

This mushroom loaf is the perfect plant-based alternative to a roast. It combines the earthy flavors of mushrooms, crunchy walnuts, and nutritious lentils for a filling holiday or everyday meal.

Prep time20 min
Cook time50 min
Total time70 min
Servings6

Recipe

For the loaf

For the glaze

Per servingTotal
Calories:280.3 kcal1681.9 kcal
Protein:12.6 g75.5 g
Carbohydrates:29.1 g174.5 g
Fiber:8.7 g52.1 g
Water:129.9 ml779.3 ml
Fat:14.6 g87.7 g
Micronutrients
Sugar:5.7 g34.3 g
Saturated fat:1.5 g8.9 g
Cholesterol:0 mg0 mg
Sodium:114.7 mg688.2 mg
Potassium:693.3 mg4159.9 mg
Calcium:72 mg431.7 mg
Iron:4.4 mg26.4 mg
Magnesium:101.5 mg608.8 mg
Zinc:2.4 mg14.4 mg
Phosphorus:325 mg1949.7 mg
Vitamin C:5.3 mg31.7 mg
Vitamin A:1.8 µg10.5 µg
Vitamin D:0.2 µg1 µg
Vitamin B12:0 µg0.2 µg

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat the oven to 190 °C. Line a baking pan with parchment paper. Prepare a "flax egg" by mixing ground flaxseed with water and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
  2. 2In a pan with a little oil, sauté the onion and mushrooms. Cook for 10–12 minutes, until all the liquid has evaporated and the mushrooms turn golden brown. Add the garlic and thyme toward the end.
  3. 3In a food processor, quickly blend the walnuts, half of the cooked lentils, and the sautéed mushrooms. Don't blend into a paste—leave some texture.
  4. 4Transfer the mixture into a large bowl. Add the remaining lentils, oat flour, soy sauce, and the flax mixture. Mix well and add more salt if needed.
  5. 5Firmly press the mixture into the baking pan and smooth the top. In a small bowl, mix the glaze ingredients and spread it over the loaf.
  6. 6Bake for 40–45 minutes. Before removing the loaf from the pan and slicing it, let it rest for at least 15 minutes so the texture sets.

Nutritional benefits

Thanks to the high selenium content in mushrooms and omega-3 fatty acids in walnuts, this meal supports cognitive function and a strong immune system.

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Nutritional values are calculated per standard 100 g. This allows you to compare different foods more easily and have better control over your intake if you weigh your food.